Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Composition
Blend of modified nonionic fatty compounds, hydrophobic silica and hydrocarbons, in emulsion form
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Applications
Main applications:
- Architectural coatings
- Emulsion plasters
- Adhesives
- Recommended levels/use
Normal dosage ranges from 0.1 - 0.5 % on finished product. AGITAN 170 is typically added undiluted during pigment grinding for optimum distribution and de-aeration. For most efficient use 2/3 of AGITAN 170 is added to the pigment dispersion and 1/3 is added to the letdown.
Properties
- Appearance
- liquid
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Active Ingredients | approx. 50 | % | — |
| Consistency | medium viscosity | — | — |
| Density at 20°C | approx. 0.93 | g/cm³ | — |
| Flash Point | min. 100 | °C | — |
| pH (2% in dist. water) | approx. 9.5 | — | — |
| Solubility in Water | emulsifiable | — | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Packaging
AGITAN 170 is sensitive to freezing and should be stored between 15 and 25 °C. As the product tends to separate slightly it must be mixed before use. The minimum shelf life in closed containers is 9 months from the date of manufacture.
Totes holding 900 kg net, drums holding 130 kg net or kegs holding 25 kg net